USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergencies

Researchers at the University of South Florida are teaching robots to "speak" visually, a breakthrough that could change how emergency crews communicate when traditional systems fail.

USF Board of Trustees approves Moez Limayem as new president

The University of South Florida’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved Moez Limayem as the university’s ninth president on Tuesday. 

USF expands 4-year nursing program to St. Pete campus to help statewide shortage

Nurses are part of the backbone in hospitals and there’s a critical shortage of them in Florida. The University of South Florida plans to help add more future nurses to the workforce by expanding its four-year nursing program to its St. Petersburg campus.

USF kicks off their 2025 Homecoming "Forever Green and Gold"

Monday USF set the stage for a full week of homecoming activities. This year's homecoming theme is 'Forever Green and Gold.'

Feed-A-Bull Pantry reopens at USF after major expansion

While not often discussed, food insecurity is a reality on many college campuses and that’s why USF has reopened its expanded Mosaic Feed-A-Bull Pantry, a vital resource for students struggling with access to food.

Flood app developed by USF team sees upgrades one year after Helene, Milton

A year after launching the CRIS-HAZARD flood app in Pinellas County, University of South Florida researchers are making upgrades following the ultimate tests from Helene and Milton.

USF introduces lifelong Bull Rob Higgins as the CEO of Athletics

Rob Higgins was introduced as USF's CEO of Athletics on Monday morning in front of a large crowd at the school's women's basketball practice facility with big names in the house like mayor Jane Castor, Bucs legends Ronde Barber and Derrick Brooks, WWE superstar Titus O'Neil, Yankees legend Tino Martinez, MLB all-star Jose Bautista and many more.

Jim Leavitt will not be recognized, attend USF Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Former Coach Jim Leavitt, the first football coach in the University of South Florida's history, will not attend or be recognized during the induction ceremony on October 2, according to USF CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins.

USF hires Rob Higgins after over 2 decades with Tampa Bay Sports Commission

The longtime point man for hosting major sporting events in Tampa is taking his talents to the University of South Florida as the school’s new “CEO of Athletics."

No active shooter found at USF after call reporting gunman on main campus

Law enforcement responded Saturday to an apparent swatting incident on the University of South Florida's main campus, where there was a report of an active shooter.

USF building new college for AI, cybersecurity with help from major benefactor

Officials at the University of South Florida and a major university benefactor are planning to build a new college for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity at USF in Tampa. 

USF graduate launches carpooling app for students

A recent USF business graduate hopes to revolutionize how college students get to and from campuses through a new carpooling app called Ridely.